indonesian Mixed Doubles Shine at Badminton Asia Championships
JAKARTA – Three Indonesian mixed doubles pairs have advanced to the Round of 16 at the Badminton Asia Championships (BAC) 2025, showcasing a strong start for the nation in the tournament.
Rinov Rivaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari Lead the Charge
rinov rivaldy and Pitha haningtyas Mentari secured their place in the next round by defeating the sixth-seeded Yang Po-Hsuan and Hu Ling Fang of Chinese Taipei with a score of 21-12, 21-18.They are set to face Japan‘s Yuichi Shimogami and Sayaka Horara in their next match.
Jafar hidayatullah and Felisha Albert Nathania Azad Pasaribu Upset Seventh Seeds
Jafar Hidayatullah and Felisha Albert Nathania Azad Pasaribu pulled off an upset against the seventh-seeded Chinese pair Cheng Xing and Zhang Chi. After losing the frist game, they battled back to win in a thrilling three-game match with scores of 14-21, 21-15, and 21-19.
“Grateful that our debut in BAC was able to play well and get past the first round with a win….It’s not easy as the opponent is not a new player,” saeid felisha.
Their next opponents will be Chen Cheng Kuan and Hsu yin-Hui from Chinese Taipei.
Amri Syahnawi and nita Violah Marwah Secure Third Victory
Amri Syahnawi and Nita Violah Marwah claimed the third spot for Indonesia in the Round of 16, overcoming Japan’s Hiroki Nishi and Akari Sato in a hard-fought match that ended 19-21, 23-21, and 21-19.
Rehan Naufal Kusharjanto and Lisa Ayu Kusumawati Bow Out
Unluckily, not all Indonesian pairs were successful. Rehan Naufal Kusharjanto and Lisa Ayu Kusumawati were defeated by the second-seeded Chinese duo, Feng Yan Zhe and Huang Dong Ping.
Considering Rehan Naufal Kusharjanto and Lisa ayu Kusumawati lost to a highly-ranked Chinese pair,what areas of their game could they focus on improving for future competitions?
Indonesian Mixed Doubles Shine at Badminton Asia Championships: Q&A
This Q&A section provides additional context and clarifies key points from the article,helping readers understand the Indonesian mixed doubles teams’ performance at the Badminton Asia championships (BAC) 2025.
Q&A
Q: What are the Badminton Asia Championships (BAC)?
A: The Badminton Asia championships (BAC) is a prestigious annual badminton tournament organized by Badminton Asia. It features top players from across the Asian continent, vying for titles and ranking points crucial for qualification to major international events like the Olympics and World Championships.
Q: Which Indonesian mixed doubles pairs advanced to the Round of 16?
A: Rinov Rivaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari, Jafar Hidayatullah and Felisha Albert Nathania Azad Pasaribu, and Amri Syahnawi and nita Violah Marwah all secured their spots in the Round of 16.
Q: Who did Rinov Rivaldy and Pitha Haningtyas mentari defeat?
A: They defeated the sixth-seeded Yang Po-Hsuan and Hu Ling fang of Chinese Taipei.
Q: What was the significance of Jafar Hidayatullah and Felisha Albert Nathania Azad Pasaribu’s victory?
A: They upset the seventh-seeded Chinese pair, Cheng xing and Zhang Chi, showcasing their potential on the international stage. This was also their debut.
Trivia: Upset victories are always exciting in sports. The lower-ranked player often has less pressure and can play more freely.
Q: How did Amri Syahnawi and Nita Violah Marwah win?
A: They triumphed over Japan’s Hiroki Nishi and Akari Sato in a closely contested three-game match.
Q: Which Indonesian pair was eliminated?
A: Rehan Naufal Kusharjanto and Lisa Ayu Kusumawati were defeated by the second-seeded Chinese duo, Feng Yan Zhe and Huang Dong Ping.
Q: what’s next for the Indonesian pairs in the round of 16?
A: Rinov Rivaldy and Pitha Haningtyas Mentari will face Yuichi Shimogami and Sayaka Horara from Japan, while Jafar Hidayatullah and Felisha Albert Nathania Azad Pasaribu will play Chen Cheng Kuan and Hsu Yin-Hui from Chinese Taipei.
Actionable Advice: Keep an eye on these matches to support the Indonesian team! Live scores and updates are usually available on the Badminton World Federation (BWF) website and other sports news sources.
the Indonesian mixed doubles teams are off to a strong start at the BAC 2025. Continue to follow their progress as they compete for a spot in the next round!
